In this episode of Untold: The Stories of Cook Children’s, we hear from Kevin Green, President of Cook Children’s Medical Center - Prosper, as he shares a powerful full-circle journey rooted in purpose, perseverance, and passion.

From childhood memories of watching the iconic blue peaks light up the Fort Worth skyline to leading a brand-new medical center serving thousands of families, Kevin’s story is deeply personal. Inspired by his mother’s career in healthcare, shaped by early experiences as both a patient and intern, and strengthened through unexpected detours - including selling copiers door-to-door - Kevin’s path is a testament to resilience and calling.

He reflects on the defining moments that shaped his leadership philosophy, the mentors who guided him, and the unwavering mission that drives Cook Children’s: doing what’s best for every child, every time. This episode is a story about coming home, leading with integrity, and building something meaningful for generations to come.

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For Daniel Guzman, M.D., Pediatric Emergency Medicine Physician and Medical Director of the Aim for Safety Program, has always been about more than treating patients - it’s about protecting communities. In this episode of Untold: The Stories of Cook Children’s, Dr. Guzman shares his journey from growing up in a small town in South Texas to becoming an emergency physician at Cook Children’s, where he has served for more than two decades. But his work doesn’t stop in the emergency department. Dr. Guzman is deeply involved in community initiatives focused on injury prevention, firearm safety and violence prevention. After experiencing a heartbreaking case in the emergency department, he felt called to take action - working directly with families, schools and community partners to help prevent tragedies before they happen. His story is a powerful reminder that caring for children sometimes means stepping outside the hospital walls to make a difference where families live.

Kanika Bowen-Jallow, M.D., Medical Director of the Bariatric Surgery Program, never set out to become a pediatric surgeon - but one unexpected rotation in medical school changed everything. In this episode of Untold: The Stories of Cook Children’s, Dr. Bowen-Jallow shares the journey that led her to pediatric surgery and to building Cook Children’s Adolescent Bariatric Program in Cook Children’s Medical Center - Prosper. Along the way, she reflects on the responsibility of creating equitable healthcare access, the importance of mentorship and representation in medicine, and the lessons she’s learned navigating a career where fewer than one percent of surgeons share her background. Dr. Bowen-Jallow also shares deeply personal stories - from the mentors who helped guide her path to the experience that forever changed how she connects with families and patients. It’s a conversation about purpose, perseverance, and making sure the next generation sees that anything is possible.

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